Technically, the law does not expressly prohibit an individual or company whose licence has been revoked from submitting a new application at some point in the future. In practice, however, this is extremely difficult. When you submit a new application, the regulatory authority will inevitably review your past record. You must provide highly persuasive evidence that the root causes of the licence revocation have been fully addressed, that you and your company have changed fundamentally, and that you are now a ‘fit and proper’ applicant. Rebuilding credibility takes a long time, and you will need to demonstrate a completely new and robust compliance management system.
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If my pharmaceutical licence has previously been revoked, can I or my company apply again in future?
A complete explanation of the regulatory basis, Drew Tang’s recommendations and risk alerts. The original material dates from 2025; read it alongside the latest official requirements.
Original guide, 2025 edition: These FAQs are provided for topic-based reference and have not all been individually checked against current rules. Please confirm fees, personnel, renewal, changes and product requirements against the professional in-depth guide for the relevant licence type and the official requirements in force at the time.
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